Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2017 i South African Home Owner

ROME CONSTRUCTION 083 310 3684 Large-volume spaces that allow in plenty of natural light were the main requirements put to Rome Construction by the home owner at the design stage. These were enhanced with the careful use of artificial lighting, to soften the industrial-style interior. Skilful convergence of wood, concrete and facebrick produces a unique harmony of industrial and farmhouse effects, finished with the rustic touch of exposed electrical and plumbing throughout the house, to create an arty, casual and welcoming home. “I wanted our home to be single-storey, with large, spacious living areas, an open-plan feel, and a lot of light.” Carefully chosen industrial-style lighting throughout the house lends each room its unique character. Rustic comfort of a farmhouse, blended with the uncluttered simplicity of an industrial-style build, is…

Large windows and glass doors throughout maximise the views and promote a peaceful ambience. ARTMAR NATURAL STONE 021 556 0202 Artmar Natural Stone was commissioned to provide the marble that would be used throughout the home. The owners wanted to enhance the natural look and feel of the home, while expressing warmth and elegance. Warm beige marble with veining, imported from Turkey, was used to achieve this striking effect. CEMCRETE 011 474 2415 Cemcrete manufactures a distinctive range of cement-based coatings, as well as building materials, to finish and aid your construction project. Cemcrete’s range of over 80 products includes cement-based finishes for walls, floors, countertops, pools and many more. The finishes are favoured among home owners, architects and the construction industry in general due to their superior quality.…

While metro tiles have lost their lustre, a new generation of on-trend finishes is giving bathrooms a fresh contemporary look.With a focus on textured, tactile materials, the latest bathroom finishes feature a finely curated mix of clear contrasts – faceted and refined; glossy and matte; patterned and roughly hewn. GRAPHIC SILHOUETTES The buzz: Edgy and sophisticated Tactile interest is the cornerstone of the ultimate modern bathroom, especially in the form of faceted three-dimensional tiles. “There is a distinctive request for textured and three-dimensional tiles. This is encouraging, as it has allowed manufacturers to get creative in their product offering,” says Kitty Douglas-Jones of Douglas Jones. Fused with the natural, earthy hues of wood, charcoal and soft off-white, faceted finishes make a strong style statement. KNOCK ON WOOD The buzz: New…

FOOD ON THE GO Welcome birds to your garden with the hanging bird-feeding cage from Eva Solo, which is open all the way around, giving birds of many sizes access to the food inside. The cage can accommodate many food types, from seed to chunks of bread and fruit. The Forest Bird House from Weylandts will make your feathered friends feel at home. www.yuppychef.com, www.weylandts.co.za RAISED EXPECTATIONS Hardy crassulas are the ideal plant for busy urbanites. These architectural plants require very little maintenance and are waterwise. Add interest to your balcony with this suspended planter and plant combo from Weylandts. www.weylandts.co.za HANGING AROUND Balmy mid-summer days call for relaxed living. Lounge about with a book or crispy cocktail in the natural, hand-finished Rattan Hanging Chair by SHF. www.shf.co.za GLOBE-TROTTER Who…

Using concrete can help to regulate a home’s temperature, keeping it both warm in winter and cool in summer. There is always an eco-friendly alternative to traditional applications, says Katy Truscot, marketing manager of Green Leaf Alternative Solutions. With durable, high-performance materials and architectural innovation, home owners are spoilt for choice when it comes to sustainable wall and floor applications. CONCRETE This eco-friendly material ticks all of the sustainability boxes, without compromising on good looks. Thanks to its malleability, concrete is one of the most versatile products – you can choose from brutalist poured concrete floors, off-shutter concrete walls, or softer satin-finish applications, to name a few. As it is a great heat conductor, concrete heats up and cools down quickly when exposed to different levels of thermal energy. “Using…

In order to harvest free thinking, creativity and innovation, these new offices will have to be vastly different from what we currently have. Ways in which we work is constantly evolving, and there is much speculation about what the office of the future will look like. Some believe it will not even exist, as people work from various locations and are not in need of a central base. As a trend analyst and forecaster, I think this is as unrealistic as saying we will only shop online, and that brick-and-mortar stores will cease to be. I do believe we will be less reliant on frequenting the office, but it will certainly not disappear. Rather, it will adapt to our new habits. Innovation rarely comes from an individual, and collaborative work,…

SHF brings you an astute taste of modern luxury contrasted with classic style, tailor-made to suit your lifestyle. Combine the Stockholm Chair and Alto Side Table for a futuristic, modern look. www.shf.co.za Catering to connoisseurs, Collaro handcrafted, bespoke furniture boasts immaculate quality and elegant styling, complemented by a range of magnificent fabrics and timber. www.collarodesigns.co.za ILVE SA’s new colour-matching options for its Majestic 90cm Cookers range allow clients to customise cookers to match their kitchens. www.ilve.co.za The Concept Stone porcelain tile range from Ferreiras Tile + Bathroom offers a wonderfully natural look and feel, without the need for sealing or treatment. www.ferreiras.co.za 100% South African-designed and manufactured, ODE’s floating furniture, including shelves, entertainment units and desks, maximises space in a “simple, functional and beautiful” way. www.ode.co.za Summer Place Spas’ Lusso…

Russell Hobbs continues to lead the way in style and technology, and as South Africans expand their decorating awareness to the kitchen, as well as their culinary skills, Russell Hobbs is there to offer sophisticated solutions that suit modern requirements. Whether you’re in the mood for a decadent delight, freshly made smoothie or barista-quality coffee, the all-new Illumina Collection takes the guesswork out of preparing your favourites. With unique light-ring technology that changes colours to indicate different speeds, timings and temperatures, every Illumina appliance shows you exactly which setting to use for optimum results, every time. Spend less time trying to figure out the knobs and numbers on appliances, and more time enjoying the moments with Illumina. Stand a chance to win one of three Russell Hobbs appliance hampers, valued…

SUNSAI ALUMINIUM 083 770 9066 Sunsai Aluminium’s ‘’ROMA’’ range of casement windows, sliding folding doors and hinged doors were supplied and fitted for this home. The company’s high-quality ‘’ROMA’’ range includes aluminium casement windows, doors, showers, and horizontal and vertical sliding windows. Sunsai Glass and Aluminium also manufactures arched and circular fixed windows. In keeping with the cosiness and elegance of a lodge, and bringing in a touch of the beach, the look was achieved by incorporating a number of natural elements. Being surrounded by greenery was important to this family when building a holiday home. “Living in Dubai, in Dubai, there isn’t much of that around,” explains the home owner. “Dubai is very much functional city living. It’s a very fast-paced lifestyle, so we really enjoy the serene and…

Not only do kitchen splashbacks protect walls from greasy cooking spills and other grime; they also add to the overall aesthetic of the kitchen. In fact, a well-chosen splashback can take a kitchen from drab to fab in an instant – and the offerings keep getting better, bolder and more beautiful. “This is a very exciting time, as kitchen walls and splashbacks are being used to bring various accent materials and textures into the kitchen space that can add a lot of character and interest to the overall feel,” says Philip Richards from blu_line. She has also seen a move to “wood-look” tiles on kitchen walls, while mosaics in different materials remain popular. She has also seen a move to “wood-look” tiles on kitchen walls, while mosaics in different materials…

Radiating style and luxury, Visage Blinds foster a soft, soothing ambience. With two layers of soft fabric connected by horizontal sheer vanes, they control daytime light and offer nighttime privacy. www.blinddesigns.co.za Legacy rugs from Hertex use artisanal and weathered patchwork effects, reflecting an up-to-the-minute reloaded and recycled look. Cleverly woven faded blues, turquoise and greys add durability and style to any floor. www.hertex.co.za The handmade, brass-cladded round mirror from Weylandts brings depth and glamour to your wall, enhancing your living area while reflecting the enduring popularity of mixed metal tones. www.weylandts.co.za Lighting Warehouse’s timeless Manhattan table lamp features a black shade and chrome metal base, allowing it to adapt to any colour scheme. It’s ideal for both modern and conventional room layouts. www.lightingwarehouse.co.za Winner of the prestigious NYC x Design…

There is a lot to love about South African summers, when the days are long and the air is filled with fragrances, colour and boundless energy. But the patio is an area of the home that is often underestimated in its potential, usually regarded as just a step into the garden. Patios have the power to please in so many ways; rather than being just an outside space, there is a push to see patios as another room in the house – albeit one without walls. “South Africans are blessed with one of the best climates on the planet, and yet our outdoor living spaces tend to be an afterthought. We encourage our clients to take as much care of the design of their outdoor spaces as they do their…

STYLISH STREET STYLE Superga’s newest seasonal ambassador, Trevor Stuurman, has been selected to represent and curate Superga’s Spring/Summer 16/17 collection. Man-about-town and sartorial maven, 23-year-old Stuurman has created a name for himself in the fashion industry, both in front and behind the lens. The Trevor Stuurman X Superga collection is available at selected Superga Concept Stores. www.superga.co.za Shea butter, rose petal wax and avocado oil protect the skin and help it to retain moisture. TOTAL FACE CARE The Dr.Hauschka range is fully certified to be 100% natural and contains no chemicals or synthetic preservatives, fragrances or colours – all plant ingredients are either organic, biodynamic or wild-harvested. Since its market launch in 1967, Rose Day Cream has been the most popular Dr.Hauschka product. With its recently optimised formulation, it is…

Be it consciously or subconsciously, the first thing you notice when you enter a home are the walls and floors. You may not even look down, or acknowledge what is around you, but they play a big role in the overall look and feel, as well as the ambience, of the space. The treatment given to the walls and floors, in essence, affects the entire appeal of your decor scheme, and often works against a well-crafted and thought-out interior. As with everything, these trends constantly update and change; it is no longer a case of simply choosing a colour for these elements, but rather applying a whole new medium. Let’s take a look at what lies ahead, in the next year or two, for the individual areas of the home.…

SKYLAN ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN 082 459 3960 Skylan Architecture and Design Studio was founded on the passion of one man, whose vision it was to create a young, dynamic, boutique architectural design firm where talented designers could collaborate to produce a meaningful and lasting impact on the built environment. Stephen Wood, owner and managing director, has experience in designing luxury hotels, bush lodges, commercial office and retail shopping developments, residential estates and luxury private residences. Skylan was the perfect choice to design this home. The neat, clean lines and large windows that allow for magnificent views offer a feeling of openness, elegance and serenity. Spacious, functional and ultra-modern is what these home owners were looking for in their new home. With a growing family, practicality was a must, and the…

VANDERBILT CONSTRUCTION 076 123 2454 The task of building this high-end family home was given to Vanderbilt Construction. The specification from the home owners was for a classical, timeless masterpiece that would capture the mood of the surroundings. The company was also commissioned to manage the project, including all subcontractors and tradesmen. Deep in the heart of the Cape Winelands, in a high-end lifestyle estate, is where you will find this family home. The property has five bedrooms, and features a braai room, conservatory, whiskey bar, wine cellar, office, and separate guest wing with kitchenette. Given the attention to detail, it is hard to believe that it took only 10 months to complete. “We moved here for the lifestyle,” the home owner says. “My son enjoys the freedom of the…

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These “magic” Viva Laura cups allow you to write fun messages using either a ball-point or felt-tip pen. Simply wash off with soap and water. www.theteamerchant.co.za Light up your kitchen with the Dormer range of pendants – available in various colours (we love the copper and red). www.lightingwarehouse.co.za Entertain in style with a Copper Fondue Set – cast in one piece with a smooth bottom, complete with burner and four stainless-steel forks. www.weylandts.co.za Cooking doesn’t get much better than with the AGA S-Series Six-Four, which offers six gas burners and four ovens – available in a range of colours with dual fuel (gas hob and electric ovens). www.agaliving.co.za The retro-style Kitchen Craft Scale is both functional and beautiful, with a deep-red glossy finish and extra-large measuring bowl. www.metelerkamps.co.za…

Give your bathroom a contemporary reboot with the Shape Shifters range from Douglas Jones. Use the graphic three-dimensional ceramic tiles as a splashback or for a feature wall. www.douglasjones.co.za Versatile geometric cladding in subtle neutral colour gradients, such as the Shade hexagonal marble-and-glass mosaic sheets by Tiletoria, is a striking foil for cool, clean-lined modern bathrooms. www.tiletoria.co.za Channel the neo-noir trend with the Axor range of sanitaryware and accessories from Hansgrohe. The lavish metallic finishes will add a touch of luxe to your bathroom. www.hansgrohe.co.za Amplify contemporary accents and a monochrome palette with three-dimensional wall tiles. The dark, textured veins of the Negro three-dimensional tile come to life in a mix of square and rectangular patterns. www.womag.co.za The Bateau aged copper skirt bath by Victorian Bathrooms is a classic counterpoint…

With the destruction of natural avian habitat, urban gardens have become a welcome refuge for birds in search of nectar, seeds, water and shelter. Make your feathered guests feel welcome with food, water and shelter from predators. You’ll be rewarded with cheerful birdsong from dawn to dusk. GOOD TO KNOW: COMMON GARDEN BIRDS ARE ROUGHLY DIVIDED INTO SEVEN GROUPS, ALL WITH DIFFERENT REQUIREMENTS. THESE ARE FRUIT-EATERS, SEED-EATERS, INSECT-EATERS, WATER BIRDS, NECTAR-FEEDERS, MIXED FEEDERS AND PREDATORY BIRDS. PLANTING PALETTE Indigenous plant species are more attractive to local birds and insects. Colourwise, birds are attracted to the bright-orange and red-nectar-filled flowers of aloes, Cape honeysuckles, the Natal bottlebrush, wild pomegranate, erythrina, fuchsia, hibiscus, red-hot poker, Leonotis leonurus, protea, russellia and Strelitzia reginae. Shrubs that attract birds include yellow and apricot phygelius, pink…